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Meaningful tour: the Ecuador and Galapagos eco-experience
Get stuck in at a conservation project whilst exploring Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands. You'll start this 14-day eco-tour with a visit to Quito for orientation. Then you'll head out to the beautiful Alto Choco nature reserve to assist in conserving this valuable eco-system. You might help with reforestation, work in native tree nurseries or care for the botanic garden and organic orchids. On an amazing boat tour of the Galapagos Islands you will see diverse animal life and fascinating geologic formations. Finally, you will explore the market towns of Otavalo and Cotacachi.
Sports: coach soccer in Quito, Ecuador
(i-to-i TEFL certification included)
Forge bonds and trust with children and build their confidence through soccer. In Quito, you can work with a professional coach and around 40 budding soccer players, aged between 5 and 18. The National Association of Professional Soccer coordinates the programme at various schools around the city, where the players get training to participate in various championships locally, nationally and internationally. No qualifications are needed for you to support the coach in soccer classes and organising competitions. You may also teach a bit of English.
Fast facts
1. Ecuador takes its name from the equator which passes through the country 2. It is one of the ten most diverse countries in the world 3. Ten of Ecuador's 19 volcanoes can be viewed over two days from Quito 4. Panama hats originate in Ecuador and not Panama
Ideas for time off
1. Rise early and take in the panoramic view of Quito from its old town 2. Do the tourist thing and straddle the Equator at La Mitad del Mundo 3. Haggle in Otavalo, one of South America's largest craft markets 4. Take the plunge in one of the many thermal pools at Papallacta
Fact File
Location type: Various Activities: Helping out at native tree nurseries and botanical gardens, reforestation activities, and environmental education in community schools Resources: Project is well resourced with all necessary equipment supplied Accommodation: Often basic while on tour Meals: All provided except three lunches Included in this project: Airport pickup Orientation Insurance 24/7 support from local i-to-i staff Accommodation and meals Project length: 2 weeks Price: £1195 Arrival dates: See page 44
Fact File
Location type: Capital city Activities: Assist the coach in soccer classes, help with the organization of soccer competitions and provide English lessons for the soccer school students Resources: Adequate but volunteers are encouraged to be creative and bring additional things from home Accommodation: Homestay. You will need to travel to your project Meals: Two per day included at homestay Included in this project: TEFL certification Airport pickup Orientation Insurance 24/7 support from local i-to-i staff Accommodation and meals Project length: 4-12 weeks Price: Minimum length: £1095 Extra week(s): £150 Arrival dates: See page 44
Premier Pack
Hotel with breakfast; internet, TV room, in-room phone, Price: Minimum length: £1395 Extra week(s): £200 Arrival dates: Call for details
Learn more:
www.i-to-i.com/ecuad 0870 333 2332
Learn more:
www.i-to-i.com/ecuad 0870 333 2332
All prices and information correct at the time of going to print, please call 0870 333 2332 or visit www.i-to-i.com for latest details.
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